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Arizona Legislature Update – Week 15: Key Marijuana Measures Progress, SB 1299 Falters

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This week key measures advanced, including HB 2179 (Marijuana; advertising; restrictions) and SB 1230 (Marijuana; clinical research trials), both reaching the Committee of the Whole. Meanwhile, SB 1057 awaits the House minority caucus, and SB 1299, now focused on the Smart and Safe Arizona Fund, fails to move forward after missing the final Rules Committee. …

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Week 14 at the Arizona Capitol: Cannabis Bills Blaze Through Rules and Head to COW

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Out of the 4 cannabis bills, two have made moves this week.  On Monday both SB1057 – Marijuana; dual licensees; rural communities (was) Commerce; trade; passport identification and SB1230- Marijuana; Clinical Research Trials faced the rules committee.  The Rules Committee in both chambers serves as security to ensure that bills moving forward are legally and …

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Countdown to Sine Die: What Happens After the Last Committee Hearing? UPDATE WEEK 13

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The 4 cannabis bills are stalled out. None of the three bills that originated in the Senate have passed House Rules. And we are running out of committees and time. The last day of the legislative session — sine die — is rapidly approaching. (Pronounced sigh-nee die or see-nay dee-ay).“Sine die” is a Latin term …

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Legislative Update Week 12: Bills on Life Support or Officially Dead

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With one more deadline gone, One more bill is officially dead this week and others are on life support! If a measure is not heard in the opposite Chamber Subcommittee by the end of the week. It’s gone to that great big file cabinet in the sky. (SB1556) Democratic Opposition to HB2179 Raises Questions About its Future …

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**WATCH** Arizona Lawmakers Clash Over Redirecting Cannabis Tax Revenue for Enforcement of Unlicensed Market

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A new strike all and amend everything, amendment sparked a heated debate at the state capital on Monday night. Over a proposal to shift funds from Arizona’s cannabis tax revenue toward increased enforcement against the illicit marijuana market. What is a Striker Amendment? A striker amendment (short for “strike everything amendment”) is a powerful tool …

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Big Cannabis Bills Set to Shake Up Arizona’s Legislature This Week! UPDATE WEEK 11

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Arizona lawmakers will consider several bills in the Appropriations Committee on Monday, March 31, 2025. Among them is a proposed striker for SB1299, shifting its focus to the establishment of the Safe Community Enforcement Fund. Also up for discussion are SB1230, a research-focused bill, and SB1556, which addresses policies and procedures for adult hemp beverages …

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*WATCH* The Death of SB1713, Rises As SB 1057 Takes the Throne

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The efforts behind SB 1713, “Marijuana; Dual Licensees; Rural Communities,” led by Republican Senator David Gowan of LD 19, will always be remembered.. Despite determined attempts to expand rural access to Arizona’s cannabis market, SB 1713 did not advance, but its mission carries forward as Striker SB 1057. SB 1713 sought to increase rural opportunities …

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Week 10 Legislative Update: SB1105 for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Location, Hits Governor Hobbs Desk

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Week 10 of Arizona’s legislative session brings significant action from front runners. Two cannabis measures take center stage this week, with one already reaching the governor’s desk. SB1105 — Medical Marijuana Dispensaries; Location — leads the way. Sponsored by Bolick (R-LD2), this bill adds childcare facilities or preschools to the list of restricted areas near …

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HB2179 Hits Senate HHS, Marijuana Advertising Restrictions May Face Uncertain Future

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HB2179, a bill aimed at restricting marijuana advertising, sailed through the House, but now seems to be facing challenges in the Senate. House Bill 2179 aims to restrict the advertising of marijuana, THC products, and intoxicating cannabinoids, to licensed marijuana establishments or nonprofit medical marijuana dispensaries. It sets clear advertising guidelines for these entities, including …

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The Legislative Gauntlet- Week 9 Update

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The arena was set. The contenders were locked in. As the week began, only one cannabis measure stood on the brink of elimination—SB1713 Marijuana; Dual Licensees; Rural Communities. It had fought hard, starting strong with a powerful amendment in the Committee of the Whole (COW) on Monday. But when it came time for the final …

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